Moving and Assisting People - OP0003

Who is this course for?

All new and existing employees at all levels who work in Older People Services residential homes.

Aim(s)

This programme has been designed to improve the quality-of-care practice and minimise the risk of pain and injury to residents and staff by raising the overall level of back care awareness.

It will also provide staff with instruction in safe moving and handling practice, including the use of various pieces of equipment.

This course involves practising the task of moving and handling. Participants must wear suitable clothing and footwear to undertake the training effectively and safely. Flat shoes and comfortable clothing must be worn should not restrict your movement. Full participation to practise moving and handling techniques will be an expectation.

Objectives

At the end of the course participants will be able to:

Explain the principles of the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and the employer/employee responsibilities in law.
Recognise stressful and stress-free movements and postures when moving and handling, standing, bending, sitting, walking, pushing, pulling, carrying, reaching, and lying.
Describe the anatomy of the spine in relation to movement and posture.
Explain the main causes of back pain to include wear and tear, traumatic injury and poor posture.
Demonstrate the ability to apply a problem -solving approach to moving and handling, selecting and applying appropriate strategies.
Assess the physical work environment and the procedures in operation and their effect on moving and handling situations.
Demonstrate safe and appropriate use of various pieces of equipment including the hoist, patient handling sling, the banana board, and turntable and slide sheets.

Trainer

First Response Training.

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